NFL Week 3 Picks
By Michael Schneid
Chiefs @ Eagles - Thursday night
Andy Reid returns to Philly. Chiefs are a surprising 2-0, which matches their 2012 win total. Eagles will undoubtedly be fired up on Thursday against Reid and Chiefs turnoverless year is bound to come to an end Thursday night.
Winner: Eagles
Rams @ Cowboys
Cowboys let one slip away in KC last week. They must commit more tothe run and balance out their offense. Rams were sloppy in Atlanta. Sam Bradford needs to step up and be more consistent and take control of the offense. Neither team has much of a run game and Tony Romo will outplay Bradford.
Winner: Cowboys
Packers @ Bengals
Bengals got a big win over division rivals Steelers on Monday. A calmer, more accurate Andy Dalton will lead Who Dey Nation to an upset over the Packers, who won't run the ball without Eddie Lacy. Bengals secondary will control Rodgers passing attack.
Winner: Bengals
Chargers @ Titans
Not sure what to make of either of these teams, who are both 1-1. Titans offense continues to struggle while the Chargers offense has been surging. SD won an east coast (10 am PT) game last week in Philly. What are the chances they do it again in Nashville?
Winner: Titans
Browns @ Vikings
ORIGINAL: Both teams are 0-2 after tough starts. Brian Hoyer starts at QB for the Browns and despite lack of experience I think Hoyer plays well for the Browns. The return of Josh Gordon will also help. The Browns have weapons on offense and were held back by Brandon Weeden. Hoyer will open up the offense more and Christian Ponder's abysmal start continues as Browns pull off road upset.
UPDATED: Despite no Trent Richardson and no Brandon Weeden we are going to loyally stay with our prediction of the Browns. Their defense is underrated and Christina Ponder will allow the Browns to steal one on the road, despite a controversial week.
Winner: Browns
Bucs @ Patriots
Bucs are 0-2 and have lost their first two games on last second field goals. Patriots meanwhile are 2-0, but have been rather unimpressive. Tom Brady had a rough night last Thursday and I can see him going off on Sunday. With extra time to practice with his new WRs and watch film, Brady will be much sharper and on cue with his offense Sunday.
Winner: Patriots
Cardinals @ Saints
This game has the potential to be a shoot out. Drew Brees will be able to throw the ball around as will Carson Palmer. I never bet against the Saints at home.
Winner: Saints
Lions @ Redskins
Is this where the Redskins get their first win? Lions offense has been terrific first two weeks, despite just a 1-1 start. Reggie Bush adds a whole new dimension to this offense and Joique Bell has been very valuable, while the Redskins have had a horrible run defense. RG3 should finally break out Sunday and silence his critics..for now.
Winner: Redskins
Giants @ Panthers
Giants won't start 0-3. Panthers will and will make some sort of move Monday morning. I don't think Ron Rivera will be fired but Mike Shula might be. The Panthers offense has been terrible. Cam Newton looks like he has regressed and looks confused in the pocket at times. Expect Shula to lose his job Monday if the Giants win Sunday.
Winner: Giants
Texans @ Ravens
A big early season test for both teams. Texans have won their first two games but haven't blown the roof off in doing so. The Ravens have also looked uninspired in their first two games. This game is tough to decide but with Andre Johnson banged up and Matt Schaub struggling and the Ravens at home, the defending champs get the edge.
Winner: Ravens
Falcons @ Dolphins
Dolphins 2-0 start is wins over the Browns and Colts. Falcons provide a true test of Miami's growth and while they can play well, Falcons will find a way to win. Atlanta has a lot of injuries and defense and Steven Jackson is out this week and Roddy White is still banged up. But Matt Ryan will find a way to get the job done.
Winner: Falcons
Bills @ Jets
This is a tough one. Jets have had extra time to prepare after playing last Thursday. Mario Williams was amazing last week vs the Panthers. EJ Manuel proved he's a player in this league. The Jets run defense has done a great job against Doug Martin and Stevan Ridley in the first two weeks so the run defense vs CJ Spiller will be the key. So will Geno Smith protecting the ball better.
Winner: Jets
Colts @ 49ers
Andrew Luck and Colts OC Pep Hamilton face their former mentors in SF coach Jim Harbaugh. SF was embarassed by rival Seahawks on Sunday night. Terrelle Pryor ran for over 100 yards week 1 against the Colts. Kaepernick will find room to run and make the right throws as SF bounces back.
Winner: 49ers
Jaguars @ Seahawks
The spread is 19.5 but this game may not be a total blowout. Jacksonville's head coach is the Seahawks former defensive coordinator. So expect Pete Carroll to take it easy down the stretch, plus Seattle plays Houston next week. Despite a 2-0 start, QB Russell Wilson has started the year slowly but should find his groove against the Jaguars.
Winner: Seahawks
Sunday night and Monday night football to come...
Chiefs @ Eagles - Thursday night
Andy Reid returns to Philly. Chiefs are a surprising 2-0, which matches their 2012 win total. Eagles will undoubtedly be fired up on Thursday against Reid and Chiefs turnoverless year is bound to come to an end Thursday night.
Winner: Eagles
Rams @ Cowboys
Cowboys let one slip away in KC last week. They must commit more tothe run and balance out their offense. Rams were sloppy in Atlanta. Sam Bradford needs to step up and be more consistent and take control of the offense. Neither team has much of a run game and Tony Romo will outplay Bradford.
Winner: Cowboys
Packers @ Bengals
Bengals got a big win over division rivals Steelers on Monday. A calmer, more accurate Andy Dalton will lead Who Dey Nation to an upset over the Packers, who won't run the ball without Eddie Lacy. Bengals secondary will control Rodgers passing attack.
Winner: Bengals
Chargers @ Titans
Not sure what to make of either of these teams, who are both 1-1. Titans offense continues to struggle while the Chargers offense has been surging. SD won an east coast (10 am PT) game last week in Philly. What are the chances they do it again in Nashville?
Winner: Titans
Browns @ Vikings
ORIGINAL: Both teams are 0-2 after tough starts. Brian Hoyer starts at QB for the Browns and despite lack of experience I think Hoyer plays well for the Browns. The return of Josh Gordon will also help. The Browns have weapons on offense and were held back by Brandon Weeden. Hoyer will open up the offense more and Christian Ponder's abysmal start continues as Browns pull off road upset.
UPDATED: Despite no Trent Richardson and no Brandon Weeden we are going to loyally stay with our prediction of the Browns. Their defense is underrated and Christina Ponder will allow the Browns to steal one on the road, despite a controversial week.
Winner: Browns
Bucs @ Patriots
Bucs are 0-2 and have lost their first two games on last second field goals. Patriots meanwhile are 2-0, but have been rather unimpressive. Tom Brady had a rough night last Thursday and I can see him going off on Sunday. With extra time to practice with his new WRs and watch film, Brady will be much sharper and on cue with his offense Sunday.
Winner: Patriots
Cardinals @ Saints
This game has the potential to be a shoot out. Drew Brees will be able to throw the ball around as will Carson Palmer. I never bet against the Saints at home.
Winner: Saints
Lions @ Redskins
Is this where the Redskins get their first win? Lions offense has been terrific first two weeks, despite just a 1-1 start. Reggie Bush adds a whole new dimension to this offense and Joique Bell has been very valuable, while the Redskins have had a horrible run defense. RG3 should finally break out Sunday and silence his critics..for now.
Winner: Redskins
Giants @ Panthers
Giants won't start 0-3. Panthers will and will make some sort of move Monday morning. I don't think Ron Rivera will be fired but Mike Shula might be. The Panthers offense has been terrible. Cam Newton looks like he has regressed and looks confused in the pocket at times. Expect Shula to lose his job Monday if the Giants win Sunday.
Winner: Giants
Texans @ Ravens
A big early season test for both teams. Texans have won their first two games but haven't blown the roof off in doing so. The Ravens have also looked uninspired in their first two games. This game is tough to decide but with Andre Johnson banged up and Matt Schaub struggling and the Ravens at home, the defending champs get the edge.
Winner: Ravens
Falcons @ Dolphins
Dolphins 2-0 start is wins over the Browns and Colts. Falcons provide a true test of Miami's growth and while they can play well, Falcons will find a way to win. Atlanta has a lot of injuries and defense and Steven Jackson is out this week and Roddy White is still banged up. But Matt Ryan will find a way to get the job done.
Winner: Falcons
Bills @ Jets
This is a tough one. Jets have had extra time to prepare after playing last Thursday. Mario Williams was amazing last week vs the Panthers. EJ Manuel proved he's a player in this league. The Jets run defense has done a great job against Doug Martin and Stevan Ridley in the first two weeks so the run defense vs CJ Spiller will be the key. So will Geno Smith protecting the ball better.
Winner: Jets
Colts @ 49ers
Andrew Luck and Colts OC Pep Hamilton face their former mentors in SF coach Jim Harbaugh. SF was embarassed by rival Seahawks on Sunday night. Terrelle Pryor ran for over 100 yards week 1 against the Colts. Kaepernick will find room to run and make the right throws as SF bounces back.
Winner: 49ers
Jaguars @ Seahawks
The spread is 19.5 but this game may not be a total blowout. Jacksonville's head coach is the Seahawks former defensive coordinator. So expect Pete Carroll to take it easy down the stretch, plus Seattle plays Houston next week. Despite a 2-0 start, QB Russell Wilson has started the year slowly but should find his groove against the Jaguars.
Winner: Seahawks
Sunday night and Monday night football to come...
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